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Description

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, the Supervisor of Engineering is responsible for the review and approval of development applications with respect to engineering design standards, practices, guidelines, and Town requirements ensuring proper infrastructure is established through new development. The Supervisor of Engineering will work closely with the Planning Department throughout the planning process to ensure an efficient and consistent level of service is provided internally and externally while processing development applications. The position will oversee all items related to infrastructure and engineering for development, ensure proposed development complies with municipal infrastructure capacity requirements, oversee the construction activities related to development, and ensure proper financial contributions and securities are managed.

The Supervisor of Engineering will be responsible for leading and assisting with engineering studies, environmental assessments, master plans, and planning studies regarding storm, sanitary, water, transportation, etc. Also, this individual will oversee and administer the right-of-ways permit process, including the traffic calming policy.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for engineering and infrastructure oversight for the Town’s development portfolio.
Provide comments and guidance to the Planning and Development Department, developers, engineering consultants, Agencies, and other stakeholders regarding development applications.
Review, comment, and approve engineering drawings and reports for development applications with regards to storm sewers, storm water management, sanitary sewers and pump stations, roadways, active transportation, traffic engineering, street lighting, and utilities.
Ensure development complies with current and future municipal services capacity limits.
Administer approvals for linear infrastructure including water, sanitary, and storm under Consolidated Linear Infrastructure Environmental Approval Certificate program.
Provide instruction and input on developer’s agreements.
Advise on pre-consultation meetings and development proposals as they are submitted from the perspective of engineering/infrastructure feasibility.
Establish and track financial securities and contributions related to development activities, including approval of securities release.
Coordinate and attend on-site construction meetings with consultants and contractors throughout the development and construction process.
Respond to Council and resident inquiries regarding development construction issues.
Prepare and present reports to Council, Committee of Adjustment, and Public Planning Committee.
Lead and/or assist with engineering studies, analysis, master plans, environmental assessments related to the Town’s infrastructure.
Lead the Town’s Utility Coordination Committee (UCC) with partner utility companies.
Oversee the application and approval process for construction works within the Town’s right-of-ways.
Oversee the Town’s traffic calming policy.
Lead various capital work infrastructure projects as required.
Review, recommend, develop, and maintain departmental policies, standards, and procedures as required.
Provide supervision, guidance, and support to employees.
Provide direction to departmental staff on a project-by-project basis.
Receive, approve, and code divisional invoices.
All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

University Degree in Civil Engineering
Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) in the Province of Ontario in good standing
Minimum of 5 years related experience including technical design, civil construction, or project management
Knowledge and understanding of current engineering design standards and guidelines
Knowledge and understanding of legislation related to municipal infrastructure, Ontario Health and Safety Regulations for construction and inspection projects
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills; ability to deal with conflict situations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Hold and maintain a valid Class “G” driver’s licence

Qualifications Considered Assets